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Taking the train from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles in 5 hours 58 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 6 hours 47 minutes to travel the 271 miles (436 km) from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 58 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Marseille St-Charles? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles by train

First train

06:12

Last train

16:53

Departure station

Bern Hbf

Arrival station

Marseille St-Charles

Journey time

From 5h 58m

Distance

271 miles (436 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train and bus operators

Flixbus, BlaBlaCar Bus

FAQs about the train journey from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles

Want to know more about your journey from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Marseille St-Charles from Bern Hbf?

To travel to Marseille St-Charles from Bern Hbf, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 6 hours and 47 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 58 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles?

Trains from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles take an average of 6 hours and 47 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 58 minutes. You'll usually find 9 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Bern Hbf and Marseille St-Charles by train?

The quickest journey time between Bern Hbf and Marseille St-Charles by train is 5 hours and 58 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles?

No, there are no direct trains running from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles train times

Check out the next trains departing from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles for Tuesday 8th July 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
05:1211:105h 58m, 3 changes
05:5312:246h 31m, 4 changes
06:4614:067h 20m, 2 changes
07:4814:346h 46m, 4 changes
08:5316:387h 45m, 5 changes
10:4217:497h 7m, 3 changes
12:0418:456h 41m, 2 changes
14:0920:466h 37m, 2 changes
15:5322:486h 55m, 4 changes
16:5307:1414h 21m, 4 changes

Cheap train tickets from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Bern Hbf to Marseille St-Charles by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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